Belmar Night Striped Bass Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
River Fishing
Night fishing for trophy striped bass in Belmar watersAll gear, licenses, and catch cleaning services includedSmall group experience with maximum 4 guests
When the sun sets over the Jersey Shore, the real action begins. Just N Tyme Guide Service knows that serious stripers move shallow after dark, and this 6-hour night trip puts you right where the big fish hunt. We're talking about those chunky fall bass that cruise the Belmar waters looking for an easy meal – and you'll be serving it up on a silver platter with fresh bunker chunks.
This isn't your typical daylight fishing trip where you're fighting sunburn and crowds. Night fishing for stripers is a whole different game, and it's where trophy hunters separate themselves from weekend warriors. We launch from Belmar's marina under the cover of darkness, running to productive spots where bass feel confident enough to feed aggressively. The boat stays comfortable with just 4 anglers max – no elbow-to-elbow fishing here. You'll hear the water lapping against the hull, see the glow of the city lights in the distance, and feel that electric moment when a big striper crushes your bait. Everything's included: rods, reels, tackle, bait, fishing licenses, and we'll clean your catch so you can take home fillets instead of a mess. Just bring yourself, some snacks if you get hungry, and maybe a thermos of coffee to keep you sharp during the prime bite hours.
We fish bunker chunks because that's what big stripers can't resist – it's like offering them their favorite meal delivered right to their doorstep. We'll set up in productive areas where bass patrol for baitfish, drop our lines with fresh cut bunker, and let the natural oils create a scent trail that draws fish from a distance. The technique sounds simple, but there's an art to it: how you cut the bait, where you place it in the water column, and reading the subtle taps that often signal a quality fish picking up your offering. We use circle hooks to ensure clean hooksets and fish-friendly releases if you're not keeping everything. The tackle is sized right for the job – heavy enough to handle a 40-pound cow bass but sensitive enough that you'll feel every bump and nudge. Most of the time we're fishing on or near the bottom where stripers expect to find chunks of baitfish, but we'll adjust based on what the fish are telling us.
Striped bass are the crown jewel of Northeast saltwater fishing, and the Belmar area consistently produces some of the finest specimens you'll find anywhere. These fish are built like linebackers – thick shoulders, powerful tails, and an attitude that matches their size. During prime season from late spring through fall, you'll encounter everything from schoolie bass in the 20-inch range up to those legendary 40-plus-pound cows that make your drag scream. What makes stripers so special is their intelligence and wariness – they've survived commercial fishing pressure, recreational angling, and natural predators by being smart about when and where they feed. Night fishing levels the playing field because these fish drop their guard in darkness, moving shallow to hunt baitfish that can't see them coming. The bigger females, especially during their fall migration, pack on serious weight and fight with the kind of power that'll test your tackle and your nerves. Bass hit bunker chunks with authority – no tentative nibbles here. When a good fish takes your bait, you'll know it immediately from the way your rod loads up and starts pumping.
Night trips book up fast because serious bass fishermen know this is when the magic happens. Just N Tyme Guide Service has dialed in the prime spots and techniques that consistently put clients on quality fish, and word gets around quickly in the tight-knit community of striper hunters. With only 4 spots available per trip, you're guaranteed personal attention and room to fight fish properly without tangled lines or crowded conditions. The combination of expert local knowledge, top-notch gear, and productive night fishing tactics makes this a standout experience whether you're chasing your personal best or just want to experience striped bass fishing the way it's meant to be done. Book now and get ready to discover why night fishing for stripers becomes an addiction for so many anglers – there's nothing quite like the adrenaline rush of a big bass crushing your bait under the stars.
This 35-foot Seahunter is built for serious striped bass fishing off Belmar's waters. With triple 300 HP Mercury engines, she'll get you to the productive spots quickly and handle whatever conditions the Atlantic throws at you. The boat comfortably fishes up to 4 anglers with plenty of room to work your lines. Onboard GPS and fishfinder help locate those bass holding areas, while the radar keeps you safe if fog rolls in. Outriggers let you spread multiple lines for better coverage. The live bait well keeps your bunker fresh and lively - crucial for tempting those trophy stripers. After hours of fishing, you'll appreciate having a real head onboard instead of hoping you can hold it until you're back at the dock. This setup is perfect for targeting those big bass that cruise New Jersey's coast.
Belmar, NJ